Caroleina Hassett TV

18/07/2024

More than 100 people showed up outside the NAACP building in Springfield in support for Sonya Massey's family as they viewed the body camera footage.

I have more on what officials know about the footage so far. WICS ABC Newschannel 20

https://newschannel20.com/news/local/officials-provide-updates-on-sonya-massey-body-camera-footage #

15/07/2024

Local political organizations on both sides of the aisle are weighing in on the Trump rally shooting and how this may affect the election and current political climate.

I have more for WICS ABC Newschannel 20 FOX 55/27 Illinois

https://newschannel20.com/news/local/local-political-organizations-react-to-trump-rally-shooting #

23/06/2024

“Our entire business is gone….”

The community is coming together after a devastating fire happened on Adams Street.

Several businesses hosted a bar crawl Saturday in support of the those affected.

More for WICS ABC Newschannel 20 FOX 55/27 Illinois

https://newschannel20.com/news/local/downtown-businesses-host-bar-crawl-for-those-impacted-by-adams-st-fire #

18/06/2024

BREAKING: Ahead of a big night at Springfield City Council where aldermen will vote on the potential of closing 3 a.m. bars in the city, Alderwoman Lakeisha Purchase will be proposing a 2 a.m. bar amendment. More for WICS ABC Newschannel 20

https://newschannel20.com/news/local/springfield-council-debates-3-am-bar-closures-alderwoman-proposes-2-am-compromise #

It's looking to be a big night at Springfield City Council on Monday, where Alderman will be discussing and voting on the potential closing of 3 a.m. bars in th

30/05/2024

Clearly cicadas and I don’t mix 🪲

If you want to know how much longer we will be seeing these bugs in Central Illinois, check out my story for WICS ABC Newschannel 20

https://newschannel20.com/news/local/how-long-will-we-see-cicadas-in-central-illinois #

28/05/2024

I got to ride in a boat for this one!⛵️

How can you stay safe while out on the water this boating season? 🌊

I did a ride along with the Illinois Conservation Police to find out! ⚓️

More for WICS ABC Newschannel 20

https://newschannel20.com/news/local/how-to-stay-safe-during-the-summer-boating-season #

27/05/2024

How can you stay safe this boating season? ⛵️

I went out on Lake Springfield and did a ride along with the Illinois Conservation Police doing safety checks this past weekend to find out!

More tonight at 5, 6 and 10pm on WICS ABC Newschannel 20🚨

22/05/2024

Hazardous materials are transported on our highways every single day… 🚛

But how often do we drive next to them, and what can happen if we are not careful?

I have the answers tonight at 10pm on WICS ABC Newschannel 20 ⚠️

07/05/2024

The Lawrence Education Center is closing with hundreds of students enrolled.

Those earning a high school diploma will go to the Springfield Learning Academy, while those earning a GED will go to LLCC.

However not everyone is on board. WICS ABC Newschannel 20 FOX 55/27 Illinois

01/05/2024

The former Pillsbury Mills plant in Springfield has seen an uptick in crime just over the last two weeks.

This raises the question of what safety measures are being taken.

More for WICS ABC Newschannel 20 FOX 55/27 Illinois

https://newschannel20.com/news/local/moving-pillsbury-forward-sees-uptick-in-crime-over-last-several-weeks #

30/04/2024

Pro-Palestinian protests have carried into today on the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign campus.

All is quiet now, however 2 men who were not university students were arrested Friday during the initial protests.

More for WICS ABC Newschannel 20 FOX 55/27 Illinois

21/04/2024

“If they would have done a thorough search in '08 it would have been over.”

Family and friends gathered in memory of Michelle Bianco.
Her remains were found this week, after she went missing back in 2008.

The family is now wanting answers.
WICS ABC Newschannel 20 FOX 55/27 Illinois

https://newschannel20.com/news/local/family-holds-vigil-for-michelle-bianco #

16/04/2024

The Capitol steps today were filled with advocates and gun violence survivors demanding change.

This included a family member of Karina Gonzalez who “Karina’s Bill” is named after.

Her emotional plea for change coming up at 5&6pm on WICS ABC Newschannel 20 and 5:30 on FOX 55/27 Illinois

13/04/2024

Highlights from our great interviewee Jack!

Jacksonville students walked a mile in high heels to raise awareness for sexual assault.

I have more for FOX 55/27 Illinois WICS ABC Newschannel 20 👠

10/04/2024

We are less than a week away from you having to file your taxes, however, some people might not know where to start.

I broke down the process so you can reach that April 15 deadline. ✍️

WICS ABC Newschannel 20 FOX 55/27 Illinois

https://newschannel20.com/news/local/how-to-file-your-taxes-before-april-15-deadline #

07/04/2024

We had a great time getting to judge the Annual Home Show Lego Contest today! LaMyiah Pearlinia

Tune in tonight at 5:30 for WICS ABC Newschannel 20 to hear from my favorite interviewee Oliver!!!

01/04/2024

“That day was, it was surreal.”
The City of Sherman is reflecting on the 1-year anniversary of the devastating tornado that swept through the area on March 31.

I spoke to several residents in the area to find out what was salvageable after the storms and what is still missing a year later.

I have the the full story for WICS ABC Newschannel 20 FOX 55/27 Illinois

21/03/2024

Thank you for having me Springfield Public Schools - District 186 ! ✏️🍎

19/03/2024

We have now learned a 38-year-old man has died at the hospital this evening after an officer involved shooting occurred this afternoon in Decatur.
We have the details at 10pm on WICS ABC Newschannel 20

12/03/2024

“It’s going to be very, very devastating for this county. There’s no question about it.”
Most crews have cleared the scene of the Rushville crash that happened earlier today.
More on how the community is remembering the lives lost tonight on KHQA WICS ABC Newschannel 20 FOX 55/27 Illinois

11/03/2024

11/03/2024

One Springfield man with a dream in film and animation won an Oscar for the first time Sunday night.
I sat down with Brad Booker and talked about the journey of how he got here and the advice he has for others with big dreams WICS ABC Newschannel 20 FOX 55/27 Illinois

20/02/2024

Chicago is planning on getting rid of police technology that has caused controversy in the Windy City, the same kind used by Springfield police.

I have more for WICS ABC Newschannel 20 FOX 55/27 Illinois on if those same issues are happening in the Capital City.

15/02/2024

“There was a girl I want to say she was maybe 7 or 8 years old she was shaking, crying, I mean it was unfortunate.”

A Springfield family was at the Kansas City Chiefs celebration Wednesday and witnessed the shooting. I have more for WICS ABC Newschannel 20 FOX 55/27 Illinois

https://newschannel20.com/news/local/springfield-family-witnesses-kansas-city-chiefs-parade-shooting #

A Springfield family was at the Kansas City Chief celebration Wednesday and witnessed the shooting.

31/01/2024

For the first time, Sangamon County Jail has received new technology to help those incarcerated work towards having a better life after they’re released.

I have more for FOX 55/27 Illinois WICS ABC Newschannel 20

https://newschannel20.com/news/local/sangamon-county-jail-introduces-brand-new-technology-for-inmates #

For the first time, Sangamon County Jail has received new technology to help those incarcerated work towards having a better life after they’re released.

30/01/2024

“When I picked my son up he was hurt, he had tears in his eyes….”

Some Decatur parents are working to find answers for the 8th grade boys basketball team after they were forced to forfeit their champion game. I have more for FOX 55/27 Illinois WICS ABC Newschannel 20

https://newschannel20.com/newsletter-daily/decatur-parents-demand-change-after-basketball-team-forced-to-forfeit-championship-game #

Some parents of Decatur Public Schools are working to find answers for the 8th grade boys basketball team at Montessori Academy for Peace.

26/12/2023

20/12/2023

An increase in threats towards judges is becoming an issue with many wanting to push more protections at the federal level. However, this leaves the question of what protections are at the state level. I have more for WICS ABC Newschannel 20 FOX 55/27 Illinois

https://newschannel20.com/news/local/with-an-increase-in-threats-officials-break-down-judge-protections-in-illinois #

12/12/2023

There is a big change coming to businesses in a matter of weeks with an increase in the minimum wage for Illinois, however, some small businesses are already sounding the alarm. I have the latest for WICS ABC Newschannel 20 FOX 55/27 Illinois

https://newschannel20.com/news/local/small-businesses-raise-concerns-about-new-minimum-wage-law-taking-effect-in-january #

There is a big change coming to businesses in a matter of weeks with an increase in the minimum wage in the state of Illinois, however, some small businesses ar